Open
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,500
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Location
Milton, Ontario, Canada
Overview
Up to $2,500 per year is available for initiatives that strengthen community well-being in Milton. The program supports free, publicly accessible recreation, arts, culture, and community-building activities.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Train or support volunteers
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,500 $
Timeline
- Open Date : February 3, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Milton
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Arts and culture events and workshops
- Recreation, health, and wellness activities
- Learn-to-play sports sessions
- Neighbourhood street or block parties and picnics
- Special events that build community connection
Documents Needed
- Contact information
- Requested funding amount
- Project description and schedule
- Planned use of funds
- Evidence of receipts for post-event reporting
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Milton residents and resident groups
- Milton-based nonprofit organizations
Who is not eligible
- Businesses and for-profit organizations
- Organizations supporting businesses or for-profit groups
- Tutoring- or schoolwork-related organizations
- Organizations focused on political activity
- Organizations whose activities are discriminatory
Eligible expenses
- Contract fees for artists, service providers, or security
- Equipment, supplies, rental fees, and promotion
- Non-alcoholic food and beverages
- Music and operating costs such as liability insurance or road closures
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Alcohol, tobacco, cannabis, fireworks, and propane tanks
- Items kept after the event, such as prizes or merchandise
- Payments to individuals for their time
- Fundraising, political, advocacy, tutoring, discriminatory, or religious promotion activities
- Events already funded by another government source or previously funded for three years
Eligible geographic areas
- Milton, Ontario
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by Town staff for eligibility and alignment.
- Applicants are notified within 15 business days of submission.
- Approved applicants run the event and submit a post-event summary.
- Town staff review the summary before payment is released.
- Town decisions are final.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted throughout the year.
- Funding is first-come, first-served.
- Applicants are notified within 15 business days.
- A post-event summary with receipts is required.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Milton Community Connections Grant Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Milton Community Connections Grant. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Milton Community Connections Grant?
Up to $2,500 per year is available for initiatives that strengthen community well-being in Milton. The program supports free, publicly accessible recreation, arts, culture, and community-building activities.
How much funding can be received?
Milton Community Connections Grant Funds up to $2,500 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Milton Community Connections Grant program?
To be eligible for the Milton Community Connections Grant program, you must:
Milton resident or Milton nonprofit
Free and publicly accessible project
Benefit to Milton community
What expenses are eligible under Milton Community Connections Grant?
Arts and culture events and workshops
Recreation, health, and wellness activities
Learn-to-play sports sessions
Neighbourhood street or block parties and picnics
Special events that build community connection
Where is the Milton Community Connections Grant available?
The Milton Community Connections Grant program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Milton Community Connections Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Milton Community Connections Grant is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Milton Community Connections Grant?
Milton Community Connections Grant is funded by Town of Milton